{"product_id":"lowden-s-35-lutz-spruce-and-ancient-bog-oak-14-fret","title":"Lowden S-35 Lutz Spruce and Ancient Bog Oak 14-Fret","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Lowden S-35 with AAAA Lutz Spruce top and AAAA Ancient Bog Oak back and sides is a truly exceptional small-body acoustic guitar from Lowden's premium 35 Series, handcrafted in Northern Ireland by George Lowden and his master luthiers. This rare and captivating combination features the compact S-shape—a 12-fret-to-body design that prioritizes intimate playability, focused projection, and effortless comfort—making it an ideal choice for fingerstyle mastery, intricate arrangements, blues, folk, and singer-songwriter work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe AAAA Lutz Spruce top (a naturally occurring hybrid of Sitka and Engelmann Spruce) delivers crisp, clear articulation with a strong, immediate attack, sparkling highs, and excellent note separation—offering a balanced, lively response that's responsive to the lightest touch yet capable of powerful dynamics. Mated with AAAA Ancient Bog Oak back and sides, the guitar gains a deep, woody richness with warm, complex overtones, focused mids, and a surprisingly robust low-end presence for its small body size. The Bog Oak imparts a dark, almost black hue with subtle figuring, contributing to a vintage-inspired tonal depth that's dry, resonant, and remarkably vibrant—blending clarity and warmth without any boominess, while providing impressive sustain and volume from the compact form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe S body shape ensures a cozy, balanced feel with lightweight handling and superb ergonomic comfort for seated or lap-style playing. Every element reflects Lowden's signature craftsmanship:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-piece Mahogany\/Rosewood neck with a slim, comfortable profile for fluid playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony fingerboard with Maple Binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 51\/64\" (630mm) scale length — offering ideal tension and intonation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFigured Maple binding, multi-piece rosette (often with figured wood and abalone accents), and elegant details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGotoh gold tuners (with ebony buttons) for rock-solid tuning stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-rubbed satin or light polyurethane finish that allows the ancient woods to breathe, resonate fully, and develop beautiful patina over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis pairing results in a guitar of extraordinary tonal sophistication—crisp and articulate yet deeply musical, with dynamic range that rewards nuance and power alike. It's a collector-grade instrument that marries rarity, historical significance, and modern playability into something truly inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhether for intimate gigs, studio recording, or personal exploration, the Lowden S-35 AAAA Lutz Spruce\/Ancient Bog Oak stands as a pinnacle of tonewood mastery and Lowden artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIncludes a high-quality hardshell case. Handmade excellence from Lowden Guitars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-label=\"Images for query: Grouped images\" data-testid=\"image-viewer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" aria-roledescription=\"carousel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lowden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52015353364792,"sku":"754829","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/8834\/3096\/files\/IMG_0327.jpg?v=1775740141","url":"https:\/\/treeboneguitars.com\/products\/lowden-s-35-lutz-spruce-and-ancient-bog-oak-14-fret","provider":"Tree Bone Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}